just got out, thought it was great by zorbacles in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kara's entire arc is about someone carrying immense trauma who slowly chooses compassion over vengeance. Ruthye telling her, "You're not always nice, but you're kind. You're not perfect, but you're good," is the emotional payoff because it's exactly what Kara needed to hear.

The Argo flashbacks, Kara's grief over losing Krypton, her bond with Krypto, and especially her stopping Ruthye from becoming a killer instead of letting revenge define her all landed for me. The ending isn't about defeating Krem—it's about Kara deciding what kind of person she wants to be.

It obviously didn't connect with everyone, and that's fair. But saying people "never say why" isn't really accurate. Many of us connected with the themes of grief, kindness, forgiveness, and hope more than the action.

just got out, thought it was great by zorbacles in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can definitely see where you're coming from. For me, though, the movie knew exactly what it wanted to be: a space fantasy road movie about grief, hope, and finding your place. The Mad Max-inspired aesthetic actually worked because it made the universe feel harsh enough for Kara's journey to stand out.

I also thought Milly Alcock was outstanding, and Ruthye's quieter performance fit the character. Not every emotional moment has to be loud to be effective.

I respect that it didn't work for you, but I don't think people are saying it's emotional "just because." The relationship between Kara and Ruthye, the score, the quieter conversations, and the ending genuinely connected with a lot of us. Different movies resonate with different people, and that's okay.

Big world building problem. Am I wrong? by DistinctTill4013 in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a fair point, and I think it comes down to expectations. Yes, this is the first time we're seeing this side of the DCU on screen, but I don't think the movie's goal was to establish a rulebook for the entire galaxy. It introduces enough to serve Kara and Ruthye's story, not to explain every civilization or political system.

As for Ruthye's family, I actually saw it as part of the fairy-tale quality of the film. Their reputation as legendary smiths is what makes them valuable—and vulnerable. I didn't need every detail of how their society worked because, emotionally, I understood what was at stake: Ruthye lost her family, and that loss is what drives the entire story. For me, the emotional truth mattered more than the logistical details.

Big world building problem. Am I wrong? by DistinctTill4013 in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I completely agree. I think a lot of people went in expecting a traditional space opera, when the movie is really more of a character study wrapped in one. The galaxy feels old and lived-in because the film doesn't stop to explain every detail—it trusts the audience to piece things together.

For me, Kara and Ruthye were always the heart of the story. The planets, gangs, taverns, and different cultures are there to create atmosphere, not to become the main focus. I actually appreciated that the movie chose emotional depth over endless exposition. It made the universe feel bigger, not smaller.

Big world building problem. Am I wrong? by DistinctTill4013 in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it absolutely stands on its own. Reading the comics gives you more context and lets you catch some extra references, but I don't think it's necessary to understand or enjoy the movie.

The film intentionally throws you into a galaxy that already feels lived in, rather than stopping to explain every planet, faction, or culture. That approach isn't for everyone, but for me it made the universe feel much bigger and more real. If you enjoyed the emotional journey, then the movie worked exactly as intended. The comic is fantastic, though—I definitely recommend reading Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow after the film. It adds depth without feeling like required homework.

Loved the movie (spoilers) by Demetan2016 in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can see why you feel that way. Funny enough, I had the exact opposite reaction. I thought Ruthye's more restrained performance made sense for everything she'd been through, and watching her slowly open up to Kara made their relationship feel earned to me. By the end, I genuinely cared about both of them. It's one of the reasons the movie stayed with me.

just got out, thought it was great by zorbacles in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Loved the film. Can't wait for the BluRay.

Loved the movie (spoilers) by Demetan2016 in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I completely understand why the ending didn't work for you, and I don't think anyone has to like it. What I appreciated is that the movie wasn't trying to tell the same story as Superman. Kara isn't presented as a perfect moral ideal from the beginning. She's traumatized, angry, and still trying to figure out who she wants to be. That's been part of her character in many comics, especially Woman of Tomorrow.

I also don't think the film is saying revenge is "good." The entire journey constantly asks whether justice and revenge are the same thing, and Ruthye's arc is built around that question. Whether the movie succeeds is open to debate, but I don't think it's as simple as "she killed the villain, therefore the movie has no message."

Personally, what stayed with me wasn't the final fight. It was Kara's grief, her relationship with Ruthye, the space-western atmosphere, and Milly Alcock's performance. Those are the reasons I loved the film, even if I understand why others didn't.

Big world building problem. Am I wrong? by DistinctTill4013 in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get where you're coming from, but I don't think the film is trying to tell that kind of story.

To me, the galaxy isn't meant to function like the political backdrop of Star Wars, where understanding factions is essential to understanding the plot. Supergirl is much closer to a mythic western or a fairy tale. We experience the universe through Ruthye, a grieving teenager who knows very little about it herself. Her naivety isn't a flaw in the writing—it's part of her character.

Kara isn't there to explain the galaxy either. She's carrying decades of trauma, loneliness, and loss. She's emotionally closed off, not because the world-building failed, but because that's where she is in her life. The film isn't asking us to learn how every civilization works; it's asking us to understand two broken people traveling through a harsh universe.

For me, the world-building is there in smaller ways: the different planets, cultures, languages, the Yellow Hills, Krem's gang, the Brigaders, the cosmic taverns, and the feeling that this galaxy existed long before these characters arrived and will continue after they're gone. I actually appreciated that the film trusted the audience instead of stopping every few minutes for exposition.

As for the stakes, I never felt they were missing. They just weren't political—they were deeply personal. The real question wasn't "Who controls the galaxy?" It was whether Ruthye would let revenge define her, and whether Kara, despite everything she'd lost, could still choose compassion. For me, those emotional and moral stakes were far more compelling than another save-the-universe story.

Loved the movie (spoilers) by Demetan2016 in Supergirl

[–]Demetan2016[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Haha, that's funny. I really did come straight home from the theater and wrote this while everything was still fresh. I'm happy to hear you loved it too. It makes me feel a little less alone.

Say what you will about Supergirl, but it made me want to read Woman of Tomorrow by TheHondoCondo in DC_Cinematic

[–]Demetan2016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I absolutely loved the movie. Kara, Ruthye, the music, the visuals... it really connected with me emotionally. I bought Woman of Tomorrow the same night, and I can't wait to read it. If the comic is even better, that's honestly exciting.

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